About Kellari Taverna

"The dining experience should be sharing appetizers so that everybody can get to taste different flavors and textures " Chef Gregory Zapantis.

"Many people ask me if this is Greek Cuisine , and I don’t know what to compare it to, either to Greek cuisine of 1962 or 2009, but my answer is a seafood restaurant with a Greek Flare to it " Chef Gregory Zapantis.

Parking Details:Valet: Service fee: $10. We offer valet parking through Crystal Parking. Monday-Saturday 5pm-10:30pmThere is no service on Sundays, street parking in DC is free on Sunday.

The Mid-Town Parking Garage is conveniently located next building to Kellari Taverna at 1750 K Street. Between 18th and Connecticut Ave NW (Same block as Kellari)11am - 10pm (Monday through Friday)Visit their website at MidTownParking.com or call them directlyat 202-775-0069 for more info.

Public Transit:One Block from Farragut north and Farragut West Metro Stations. We are located on K Street in the Middle of the block between Connecticut Av. and 18th Street.

The best way to experience Kellari Taverna is to recreate the hospitality of a Greek family style meal. In keeping with the tradition of the vast Greek islands cuisine, our executive chef proposes a menu based on fresh grilled fish

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Choose Kellari Events & Catering for your next event! Our goal is to make sure that your event, or a Private event at your house, is a great success. We bring our Greek hospitality to you and make sure your event runs smoothly and without a hitch.

Kellari's is a favorite choice when we are meeting friends in DC. We've never been disappointed. The appetizers are delicious and filling, so recommend caution in how many you order so you don't fill up before the main course. There are always many choices of fresh fish, which the diner hand picks, and it is prepared and presented beautifully--not to mention perfectly done. (if you prefer meat, the lamb chops look delicious, too). The cookies after the meal were an unexpected treat (it was our friend's birthday). I especially liked the baklava-type cookie, prepared without filo pastry. We'd dine at Kellari's more often if we lived closer!

Tags: Good for Anniversaries, Fit for Foodies, Great for Lunch, Sunday Lunch, Great for Brunch, Special Occasion, Good for Groups, Cozy, Healthy, Romantic, Fun, Creative Cuisine, Authentic, Good for a Date

We were extremely disappointed with the food and expense of this restaurant. We had an assortment of dips, spanakopita, and the fresh catch of the day. None of the dips were even marginally good. Cava dips from Whole Foods are better. The fresh catch was over cooked to the point of being dry and bland. For the amount they charge per pound, this was unacceptable. The only saving grace was that the service was good as was my company. We will not return.

First time here and was given a groupon for 2 people for $50. What a bargain for brunch. Unlimited mimosas and a very nice 3 course menu to choose from. Loved my Cellar salad and also my crab cake. Kids had pasta and my dining mates had a burger, baklava and a mixed appetizer platter. Everyone loved their food. Would definitely go back. Easy to park as well.

Great service. Our waitress was very attentive and gave us helpful hints about the wine, the fresh fish and the cost of the items. Best fresh fish and seafood in town! The Madagascar King shrimp are grilled to perfection. I strongly recommend them.

Glad that I tried KT using a groupon because I would have been upset paying full price to dine there. Service was pretty good but food was quite disappointing. I ordered the salmon with polenta cake, which was decent, but it was served on top of a tomato sauce that tasted like jar marinara. The sauce really threw off the rest of the dish. Would have been much better without the sauce or possibly with a different sauce. I also ordered a side of the roasted lemon potatoes, they were not roasted at all. They were not tender at all and looked/tasted like they had maybe been boiled for a few minutes but definitely not roasted.

It has been awhile since I visited Kellati Taverna but it was just as I remembered it. Great food and excellent service. The grilled octopus appetizer was out standing. Once again a very nice Dinning experience.

Tags: Healthy, Business Meals, Good for Anniversaries, Quiet Conversation, Fit for Foodies, Special Occasion, Good for a Date

We had been to Kellari several times a while ago, so we were looking forward to reconnecting with a favorite restaurant. We left, however, with a mild sense of disappointment. Our appetizer and each of our entrees had some high points, but overall, the food was not very inspired - somewhat bland in flavor and not very memorable. Perhaps just an off night or we selected the wrong entrees that didn't impress. We will probably visit again, but will temper our expectations.

The family got together to celebrate the 2017 birthdays. Sadly my oldest brother was unable to make it, but the restaurant honored the full Groupon and let us fix his portion to go. And mother has requested we do this celebration every year!

This was my first visit to Kellari Taverna during a business trip, but I will return, as it was quite good. I had the grilled bream, sautéed spinach and the baklava for dessert. All were excellent. Service in the restaurant was outstanding. I found prices to be a little high, but maybe not for DC, and the food and service certainly offset the slight sting of the bill.

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